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On the recordFebruary 9, 2023
finally, I ask unanimous consent that the mandatory quorum calls for the cloture motions filed today, February 9, be waived. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered.
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Dick Durbin
Democratic · Illinois

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